The Hugh Lane Gallery, located on Parnell Square North, Dublin City, houses one of Ireland's most exciting collections of modern and contemporary Irish and international art. Established in 1908, Hugh Lane became the home of artist Francis Bacon’s perfectly preserved studio in 1998. The gallery is free to visit.

Exterior of a Georgian building in a city

A modern art paining featuring blocks of dull colours

Hugh Lane Gallery

On the corner of Wicklow Street and William Street South, in Dublin City, The International Bar is something of an institution at this stage.

The International Bar

The National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin City displays work by many artists including Johannes Vermeer, Lavinia Fontana, Jack B Yeats, Alice Neel, Caravaggio, Mainie Jellett and many more.

The Grand Gallery at The National Gallery of Ireland

The Shaw Gallery at The National Gallery of Ireland

Exterior View Merrion Square entrance to the National Gallery of Ireland

National Gallery of Ireland

The National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History, housed at Collins Barracks Dublin, is home to a wide range of objects which include weaponry, furniture, silver, ceramics and glassware, as well as examples of folk life and costume.

An exterior view of National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History

Full exterior view of National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History building

National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History

The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) in Dublin City is a dynamic modern art museum nestled on 48 acres of land in the heart of Dublin 8. The home of IMMA is the historical site of the 17th century Royal Hospital Kilmainham, where it presents ground breaking exhibitions by the most exciting Irish and international artists.

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA exterior of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA people outdoors on the grounds

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA people dining outdoors

Irish Museum of Modern Art IMMA exhibit entitled As Above So Below

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

The National Print Museum, in Dublin City, is thought to be the only museum of its kind in Ireland and the British Isles. The vision is to champion print and its impact on the world.

A copy of the 1916 Proclamation on display in National Print Museum

Printing demonstration at National Print Museum

National Print Museum

The National Library of Ireland has the largest collection of W.B. Yeats manuscripts in the world, donated by the Yeats family. Located in Dublin, the library is home to the Yeats Collection, which comprises more than 2,000 items. In the main library building you can experience the award-winning multimedia-rich exhibition of all aspects of his life, family and work.

Yeats: The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats

The Laughter Lounge, Dublin City, is Ireland's premier comedy venue, with over 25 years in the business. This powerhouse of Irish comedy features well known acts from the Emerald Isle and beyond. Enjoy the comedy and the late night bar.

A comedian standing on stage in mid performance

A view of an audience laughing as they look to the stage

The Laughter Lounge 

Based in Dublin City centre, the National Concert Hall is rated by performing artists as one of the finest in Europe.

National Concert Hall                                                                

The National Photographic Archive of Dublin is located in Meeting House Square in Temple Bar. It houses the photographic collection of the National Library of Ireland, with over 630,000 photographs.

National Photographic Archive                                                                       

Vicar Street is one of Dublin newest venues, situated in Thomas Street, opposite the church.

Hugh Lane Gallery

The International Bar

National Gallery of Ireland

National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

National Print Museum

Yeats: The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats

The Laughter Lounge

National Concert Hall

National Photographic Archive

Vicar Street

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Hugh Lane Gallery

The International Bar

National Gallery of Ireland

National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History

Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)

National Print Museum

Yeats: The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats

The Laughter Lounge

National Concert Hall

National Photographic Archive

Vicar Street